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| Specification | NorthStar c8000s | Westinghouse WGen5300DFc |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Product type | Generator | Generator |
| Fuel | Gasoline | Dual-Fuel |
| Inverter | No | No |
| Parallel capable | No | No |
| RV ready | No | Yes |
| Running watts | Winner: Winner: 6600 W | 5300 W |
| Starting watts | Winner: Winner: 8000 W | 6600 W |
| Noise (lower limit) | 73 dB | Winner: Winner: 68 dB |
| Weight | 280 lbs | Winner: Winner: 135.6 lbs |
| Run time @50% load | Winner: Winner: 10.6 h | Not available |
| Run time @25% load | Not available | 14.5 h |
| Fuel tank | 8 gal | 4.7 gal |
| Fuel gauge | Yes | Yes |
| Approx. dimensions (L × W × H) | 41 x 32 x 29 | 23.4 x 20.6 x 19.5 |
| Electrical | ||
| Voltage (AC) | 120/240 | 120/240 |
| Voltage (DC) | Not available | Not available |
| GFCI outlets | Yes | No |
| Covered outlets | Yes | Yes |
| Automatic Voltage Regulation | Yes | Yes |
| THD | < 5% % | 23 % |
| Engine | ||
| Engine | Honda GX390 OHV 4-stroke | 274 cc OHV 4-stroke, cast iron sleeve |
| Alternator | Not available | Not available |
| Starting system | Recoil, Electric | Recoil, Electric, Remote |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty | 4 years | 3 years |
| Power by fuel | ||
| Gasoline | Not available | Not available |
| Running watts | 6600 W | 5300 W |
| Starting watts | 8000 W | 6600 W |
| Running amps (120V) | Not available | Not available |
| Running amps (240V) | Not available | Not available |
| Peak amps (120V) | Not available | Not available |
| Peak amps (240V) | Not available | Not available |
| Run time @50% load | 10.6 h | 11 h |
| Run time @25% load | Not available | Not available |
| Propane | Not available | Not available |
| Running watts | Not available | 4800 W |
| Starting watts | Not available | 5900 W |
| Running amps (120V) | Not available | Not available |
| Running amps (240V) | Not available | Not available |
| Peak amps (120V) | Not available | Not available |
| Peak amps (240V) | Not available | Not available |
| Run time @50% load | Not available | 9 h |
| Run time @25% load | Not available | Not available |
| Other | ||
| Data center | Not available | Not available |
| Indicators | false | false |
| Compliance | CARB, EPA | CARB, EPA |
| Security | Not available | Not available |
| Spark arrestor | Yes | Yes |
| Neutral | true | Floating |
| UPC | 840321737618 | 850011336717 |
| Core / High-priority specs | ||
| Running Watts (Gasoline) | 6600 | 5300 |
| Running Watts (Propane) | Not available | 4800 |
| Starting Watts (Gasoline) | 8000 | 6600 |
| Starting Watts (Propane) | Not available | 5900 |
| Runtime @ 50% Load (Gasoline) | 10.6 | 11 |
| Runtime @ 50% Load (Propane) | Not available | 9 |
| AC Outlet Types | 3x Duplex 120V 20A (5-20R); 1x 120V 30A (L5-30R); 1x 120/240V 30A (L14-30R) | 1x Duplex 120V 20A (5-20R); 1x 120/240V 30A (L14-30R); 1x 120V 30A (TT-30R) |
| Electrical & power | ||
| Frequency | 60 | 60 |
| Engine & construction | ||
| Engine Type | OHV 4-stroke | 274 cc OHV 4-stroke, cast iron sleeve |
| Engine Displacement | 389 | 274 |
| Cylinder Sleeve | Not available | Cast iron |
| Runtime & fuel system | ||
| Runtime @ 50% Load (Gasoline) | 10.6 | 11 |
| Runtime @ 50% Load (Propane) | Not available | 9 |
| Safety & compliance | ||
| Overload Protection System | Low oil and overload protection. | Low oil and overload protection |
| Low Oil Protection | Yes | Yes |
| Carbon Monoxide Monitoring | Yes | Yes |
| Included equipment | ||
| Starting Components | Not available | Recoil, Electric, Remote |
| Included Accessories | Funnel, Battery, and Wheel Kit | Oil, funnel, tool kit, key fob, battery charger, propane hose, and battery |
| Warranty & identification | ||
| Residential Warranty | Not available | 3 |
| Commercial Warranty | Not available | 3 |
| Additional specs | ||
| Summary | The NorthStar c8000s is a commercial-grade portable generator designed for demanding job sites, featuring a Honda GX390 OHV engine and Quiet Armor Technology for reduced noise. | The Westinghouse WGen5300DFc is a dual fuel portable generator designed for home backup and RV use, offering 6,600 peak watts and 5,300 running watts on gasoline, and 5,900 peak watts and 4,800 running watts on propane. It features a 274cc 4-Stroke OHV engine, push-button electric start with remote key fob, and runs up to 14.5 hours on a 4.7-gallon fuel tank. The generator includes automatic low oil and carbon monoxide shutdown, voltage regulation, and overload protection. |
